Removal And Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the transmission. For additional information, refer to MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - T5OD article, MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - TR3650 article or MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - TR6060 article.
- Place the transmission on a workbench.
- Separate the connector from the clutch slave cylinder.
- Remove the 2 clutch slave cylinder bolts. Pull the clutch slave cylinder outward and release the tube from the retaining clip.
- Inspect the clutch slave cylinder for the following:
- Damaged boot
- Leaking brake fluid
- Worn or damaged release bearing
- Rotate the release bearing while applying pressure. If the bearing rotation is rough, install a new clutch slave cylinder.
- Install a new retaining clip.
- Position the clutch slave cylinder to the transmission, inserting the tube through the retaining clip. Install the 2 clutch slave cylinder bolts.
- Tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
- Install the connector.
- Install the transmission. For additional information, refer to MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - T5OD article, MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - TR3650 article or MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - TR6060 article.
- Bleed the clutch hydraulic system. For additional information, refer to MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION AND CLUTCH - GENERAL INFORMATION article.
NOTE:
Before securing the transmission to the engine, connect the hydraulic tube to the clutch slave cylinder. When connecting the hydraulic line, a click will be heard when the line is correctly connected. Tug on the line to make sure it is locked in the fitting.